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February 11, 2026
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Cowley College Humanities Event Draws Growing Interest From Area High Schools
ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Cowley College’s annual Student Spotlight: Humanities & Communication Day saw significant growth this year, welcoming 39 high school students from eight area schools, up from 30 students representing three schools last year, according to information provided by Hunter Ferguson, integrated communications specialist for the college. The event provided
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Arkansas City Launches Dual Construction Projects at Wilson Park
ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Multiple improvements are underway at Wilson Park as the city advances two major recreational projects: new pickleball courts and a splash pad. City crews began removing former tennis courts this week to make way for four new pickleball courts, part of a long-term investment in park improvements.
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Obituaries
(Today & Yesterday)
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Jail Updates
February 6, 2026 - February 9, 2026 | Cowley County, KS 02/06/26 - 02/09/26 | Cowley County, KS
New inmates:
- ANGEY, TEIMSON - Criminal Threat<070111, Agg Indecent Lib w/Child, Criminal Damage to Property, Consum/Poss in Pub Liq Mun
- BARBER, MATTHEW A - Criminal Damage to Property, Fail to Comply District
- CRAIG, SCOTT C - Not Classified
- MARLER, HEATHER M - Fail to Comply District
- MUMMA, CHASE E - Failure to Appear
- ROMMEL, GARY J - Domestic Battery
- SCRIMSHER, CODY E - Theft of Prop,
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Events
Arkansas City Chamber Offers Free Business Information Session
ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Arkansas City Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free business information session designed to help local entrepreneurs and business owners access resources and growth opportunities. The two-hour session will take place at the chamber offices at 105 S. Summit St. and is open to anyone
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Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum to Host Evening Event
The Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum will host “A Night at the Museum” on Feb. 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. The free community event will feature new exhibits exploring Cowley County’s history, including the people, places and moments that shaped the community from early days to
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